Potato Spinach and Pine Nut French Gratin Casserole

Peel the potatoes and cut them carefully into wafer-thin slices.

Spread them out in a large, heavy bottomed, nonstick frying pan.

Sprinkle the crushed garlic and sleced scallions evenly over the potatoes.

Pour the cream and milk over the potatoes.

Place the pan over a gentle heat.

Cover and cook for 8 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Using both hands, squeeze the spinach dry.

Add the spinach to the potatoes, mixing lightly.

Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes more.

Add salt and pepper to taste then spoon the mixture ito a shallow casserole.

Preheat the broiler.

Sprinkle the grated cheese and pine nuts over the spinach mixture.

Heat under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until the topping is golden.

A simple lettuce and tomato salad makes an excellent accompaniment to this dish.