Air Fried Stuffed Eggplant with Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Spinach Filling Ingredients * 1 medium-sized eggplant * 1 head of garlic * 1 tablespoon olive oil * Salt and pepper to taste For the Artichoke Spinach Filling: * 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped * 1 bunch fresh spinach, chopped and sautéed * 1/2 cup cream cheese * 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese * 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese * 1 teaspoon garlic powder * 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes * 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning * Salt and pepper to taste Instructions 1. Prepare the Eggplant and Garlic: * Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). * Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and make diagonal cuts on the flesh. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. * Cut the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and chili flakes, and wrap it in foil. * Place the eggplant halves and the wrapped garlic in the air fryer basket. 2. Air Fry the Eggplant and Garlic: * Air fry the eggplant and garlic for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and the garlic is soft and caramelized. Check periodically to ensure they are not overcooked. 3. Prepare the Artichoke Spinach Filling: * Sauté the spinach in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 5-7 minutes until wilted. * In a bowl, combine the chopped artichoke hearts, sautéed spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, chili flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. 4. Assemble the Stuffed Eggplants: * Once the eggplant and garlic are done, carefully remove them from the air fryer. * Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mix them into the artichoke spinach filling. * Spoon the filling into the eggplant cavities, distributing it evenly, and top with additional mozzarella cheese. 5. Air Fry the Stuffed Eggplants: * Return the stuffed eggplants to the air fryer basket. * Air fry for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the filling is hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly. 6. Serve: * Remove the stuffed eggplants from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. * Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs and serve with toasted sourdough bread. Enjoy your delicious air fried stuffed eggplant with roasted garlic and artichoke spinach filling! - @alinaprokuda