Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 2-quart (11xbaking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, stir together the corn, scallions, jalapeno, sugar, cornmeal and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the milk, eggs and cheese until blended.

Step 4

Stir the egg mixture into the corn mixture. Mix to combine.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake until fluffy and golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.