Cookwith - K-Drama-Inspired Kimchi & Cheddar Breakfast Bake (Vegetarian, Small Batch)

Ingredients

• 2 cups day-old sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup kimchi, chopped (ensure vegetarian, no fish sauce)
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, vegetarian)
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
• 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped, for garnish