To prepare the eggplant mike elia cheese recipe, you will first need to prepare your eggplant. First, remove the stems from each eggplant and cut them in half lengthwise. Then, cut each half into thirds. You will then use a sharp knife to cut the flesh out of each of the half eggplant halves. Next, slice the skin off of one eggplant half, and then cut it into quarters, so that you can stuff it with the filling of your choice, such as mozzarella cheese or ricotta cheese. Place the stuffed eggplant in the oven and bake it for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.