Salt and pepper chops and brown on both sides in fat
(grease skillet with fat on chop). Arrange chops in fry pan or skillet.
Place rounded tablespoon uncooked rice on each. Place solid parts of
tomatoes on rice and pour liquid around chops. Add onions, cloves,
bay leaf and thyme. Cover. Simmer 1 1/2 hours. Add tomato juice if
necessary; do not let it get dry. Serve with green salad.