Creamy Five Cheese Macaroni Bake with Golden Topping - Graceful Flavors

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (227 grams) smoked gruyere or plain, shredded and split
• 16 ounces (453 grams) Velveeta or American cheese, shredded
• 8 ounces (227 grams) sharp cheddar, shredded and separated
• 8 ounces (227 grams) smoked gouda or plain, shredded and split
• 8 ounces (227 grams) colby jack, shredded and divided
• 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion
• 1 tablespoon (14 grams) seasoned salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic
• 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (you can skip this if you want)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 large egg, beaten gently
• 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter cut into slices
• 1 3/4 cups (354 ml) evaporated milk or whole milk, your choice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons (23 grams) kosher salt or less for the pasta water
• 16 ounces (454 grams) large elbow macaroni