Step 1

Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until halfway done, about 5 minutes. Drain and toss with the olive oil.

Step 3

Grease a 9-inch-square baking dish, preferably glass or ceramic, and add the pasta. Stir in the jalapeño or bell pepper, and all but a small handful of the scallions. Pour the creamed corn over the pasta, followed by the drained corn kernels and sprinkle with the cheese.

Step 4

Bake, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and browned. Serve hot, family-style, with more scallions sprinkled on top and hot sauce on the side, if desired.