KitchenAid Pasta Maker Attachment Scrutinized: Roller, Cutter & Press

• It is one of many KitchenAid add-ons which will fit their broad line of stand mixers.
• People say that the KSMPRA is very easy to use and to get used to. If you're already acquainted with your KitchenAid mixer, you shouldn't have too much difficulty getting into pasta-making.
• It's also clear from users that the pasta rolled and cut with this accessory is of fantastic quality. Your experience may vary, of course. It all depends on how you like your pasta before cooking it.
• There appears to be minimal clogging or need for heavy cleaning. That is certainly a plus point if you are going to use it regularly.
• Manufactured in Italy, many people state that this add-on emulates genuine pasta rollers and cutters which you would otherwise pay more money for. For convenience and cost-effectiveness, the KSMPRA appears to be a popular choice.
• It appears to be simple to pack away and store for future use. This falls in with KitchenAid's ethos with their mixer designs, too.
• Users are surprised, and happy, with the fact that the process of pasta rolling and cutting is relatively quick. This will appeal to anyone tired of spending considerable time rolling pasta out by hand.

• While you may be expected to pay more for a full roller and cutter unit elsewhere, the price of this unit may be a steep price to pay for some kitchen users. For the simple convenience of avoiding rolling and cutting by hand, the price tag may not be appealing if you don't make your own pasta often.
• While the unit is built well and is robust, the durability of fittings is not known. Some users are concerned that the screws and tightening are not of good quality.
• There have also been complaints made regarding the spaghetti cutter. While the device generally performs well in anti-clog tests, users may have difficulty separating spaghetti dough, to begin with.
• When the device does get clogged, it will need a thorough clean. Though the unit is designed to be easy-clean, dough mushing will make things harder on you.
• Some are concerned that while it's easy to clean, it's not easy to sanitize. KSMPRA needs to be wiped out with a cloth. If you are handling raw ingredients, this cleaning method may not be enough to cover all bases. But this is not at all different from most of the pasta makers on the market, it's a negative point, but not one against that should stand out if you're making a comparison with another model.
• Some users who have experience with KitchenAid products claim that KSMPRA falls short of quality manufacturing. It appears to do its job well – to an extent – however, there are concerns that the company has produced more reliable hardware before.
• There is also a debate as to whether or not the device produces the best results for cutting and rolling. Experienced pasta rollers may still prefer to work by hand.

• As with the pasta roller, the pasta press fits snugly and easily onto all KitchenAid mixers in the range. That makes for easy use as well as speedy pasta production.
• KSMPEXTA's variety of press discs allow you to try out several different pasta shapes. Reviews and user statements agree that it's an excellent buy for culinary explorers. What's more, it should take away much of the hassle of trying to get pasta right by hand.
• The full guides provided appear to be pretty comprehensive and overall easy to follow. Most users agree that this attachment shouldn't dissuade beginners. However, getting the procedure done right is going to take practice.
• The consensus seems to be that it's straightforward to set up and disassemble. As with other KitchenAid products, there appears to be a focus on space-saving. That's going to be a big selling point with many pasta lovers.
• Most pasta appears to be very quick to make, though your experience may vary. I'll cover this in a little more detail below. Altogether, people generally find the experience to be a speedy one, which is an improvement over manual control.
• The unit is reportedly very well-made. There have been complaints made about KitchenAid's manufacturing in the past. However, that doesn't seem to be a sticking point with this pasta press.
• People agree that it's a worthy add-on for any KitchenAid mixer, and it strives to make the most of the base device. The power of a KitchenAid mixer should do more than enough to push out the pasta you need.

• The price tag may be a problem. It is still a premium that a lot of customers have felt uncomfortable paying.
• Cleaning the unit(s) appears to be tricky. Many users complain that as the pieces can't be washed, they have to be carefully cleaned out by hand. That doesn't seem to be the most straightforward task. That will especially be the case if you find dough mushing up in the parts.
• Depending on what you want to do with the device and discs, you may be expected to spend considerable time. Getting perfect results takes practice; it seems. While it is reportedly simple enough for beginners to get used to, mastering it is a different case entirely.
• Some users feel that there should perhaps be greater diversity in press discs. For example, popular dishes like lasagna are missing from the line-up. I must admit that this is also asking for too much from one machine.
• There are several tips and tricks you can use to getting the dough right for the device. It's worth reading up on what other users have to say.

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