Eggplant Parmesan - Air Fryer or Oven

Ingredients

• ⅓ eggplant (medium size)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup tomatoes (crushed, can substitute tomato puree)
• ⅓ cup spinach (packed, can substitute baby kale)
• 2 tbsp mozzarella cheese (fresh or shredded)
• ⅓ tsp crushed red pepper (more if you like it spicy)
• ⅓ tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp parmesan (grated)
• 1 tbsp fresh basil

Instructions

1. Preheat an air fryer (on the air fryer setting if you have a multi-use gadget) to 390º for 5 minutes while you prep.
2. Slice the eggplant about  1/4" thick.
3. Coat the eggplant slices with olive oil - don't be afraid to be generous
4. Once the air fryer is heated, place the slices in a single layer in the basket (you may need to do multiple batches so give yourself time).
5. Set a timer for 6-7 minutes at 390º, check on the eggplant, flip it over, and give it 1-2 more minutes.  Keep an eye on your eggplant because the cook time will depend on the thickness of the slices.
6. Put tomato sauce, oregano, and red pepper in a saucepan and heat on the stovetop. Once simmering add spinach/kale and stir. Cook until wilted.
7. Spread a thin layer of your kale-tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, then layer some eggplant so they overlap slightly. Top with 1/2 of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
8. Repeat layering with more eggplant, sauce, and cheese
9. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly/melted. Top with some fresh chopped basil, if desired.

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