转换Web API以使用自托管

I am trying to convert an existing ASP.NET Web API project (currently hosted in IIS) into one that can use the SelfHost framework. I'm a bit fuzzy on the actual details but understand I can run a self-host server in a console window and then run the service on top of it. The problem I'm having is that my project is an MVC project and not a console one. My familiarity with console/Windows apps is somewhat limited as I generally work with projects to be hosted in IIS.I am trying to convert an existing ASP.NET Web