Lite Corn Pudding

This is a lighter version of regular corn pudding for those who are watching calories.

Step: 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 2-quart rectangular casserole dish with cooking spray.

Step: 2

Puree 1 cup corn, margarine, and eggs together in a food processor or blender.

Step: 3

Combine remaining corn with pepper Jack cheese, sour cream, cornmeal, green chiles, jalapeno, and salt in a large bowl. Add pureed corn and mix well. Pour mixture into the prepared dish; sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.

Step: 4

Bake in the preheated oven until puffy and golden, about 30 minutes. Broil for a few minutes until golden spots appear.

Per Serving: 185 calories; protein 10.5g; carbohydrates 10.5g; fat 10.5g; cholesterol 72.1mg; sodium 647mg.

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