Great review! I have the same KPRA pasta attachments for years and had similar view about them. But recent event completely changed that. It all started when I found my pasta sheet was contaminated with black substances by roller attachment. I disassembled entire roller attachment for a complete cleanup. However, I don't suggest you do it by yourself. The attachment is not designed to be serviceable. It took a lot of adjustments to make the roller running smoothly. The black substance came from the roller used to adjust the thickness. The steel adjustment shaft runs through the entire length of the roller, which look like made by Aluminum. The friction between static adjustment shaft and rotating roller produced a lot of black substance, I guess that is metal powder. Mechanically, this roller attachment is very poorly designed, as there is no separation between food processing area and mechanical power transmission. I found that discolored pasta dough crumbles are all over the places, inside the roller attachment, and cannot be shaken out over the years. It is not surprised that the black substance also leaked out to my pasta sheets. Another example is that the end cap of roller attachment is fixed by three self-taping screws. It won't last long if you keep dissembling the attachments. The attachment is very pretty, but I don't think it is made solidly, nor will it last long for heavy use. I am always suspicious why KitchenAid is so particular about immersing the attachment into the water, now I think I know the answer.
Hi there! Thanks for sending this experience you had with KPRA pasta attachments. I guess you won't know the things you mentioned if you haven't used your pasta roller for a long time. I will definitely keep this in mind when I'm using my pasta roller.
I feel like it takes practice and experience for it to come out great, but even the first time I made it; I would have rated it as very good and neither my wife nor I are exactly master chefs.
I haven’t tried actually, but you mentioned the possibility of making soba noodles in your vid and I’d love to give it a go. I have experimented with pasta, but I can’t help but feel that soba noodles are next level and something I wouldn’t just try without getting some tips from someone who obviously knows their stuff, like you.
Do you know if Kitchenaid has changed the plastic pieces (guides) on the pasta sheet roller? Are they now made from stainless steel to avoid the cracking that everyone complains about? Thanks
I just ordered a replacement and plan to return it if it still has those plastic guides. They should know by now. I'll come back and let you know ~ 3/15/23.
@@alldayieatlikeashark haha I actually chose not to go for the three piece since I would be able to cut the pasta up with a knife :) I love everything about it!
@@alldayieatlikeashark Would you say, it is worth to buy the 3 piece set or just the pasta roller? I am considering buying but not sure if its worth to spend on the 3 piece set or just the roller. Kitchenaid stuff are so expansive =(
Hello! A lot of times, when using the spaghetti cutters, the strands come out with two stuck together. I can pull them apart before drying, but that is a pain. Do you ave any hints/suggestions on what I should do to prevent this???
Hi Darren, you can prevent it by coating your pasta dough with corn or rice flour immediately after cutting. Don't use regular flour as it may have a different result. I hope this will help you. how many time in a week do you make your own pasta?
AGAIN ANOTHER EXCELLENT REVIEW!!` THANK YOU SO MUCH, REALLY APPRECIATE YOU MAKING THESE HONEST AND VERY HELPFUL REVIEWS.~{{{{hugs}}}~??? WHAT SPEED DID YOU USE?....AND DID YOU EVER GET YER UPGRADE MIXER WITH A HIGHER HORSE POWER? AND WHAT SPEED DID YOU USE FOR YOUR OTHER PASTA SET YOU REVIEWED FOR NOODLES WITH THE HAND CUTTER{WHITE PLASTIC }?
🤔 do you think you'll give fresh pasta a try with this kitchenaid attachment set? why or why not? lmk in the comments!
Thank you so much to have mentioned that it takes less space than the manual pasta roller. My counter top space is very small. Bless you.
Great review! I have the same KPRA pasta attachments for years and had similar view about them. But recent event completely changed that. It all started when I found my pasta sheet was contaminated with black substances by roller attachment. I disassembled entire roller attachment for a complete cleanup. However, I don't suggest you do it by yourself. The attachment is not designed to be serviceable. It took a lot of adjustments to make the roller running smoothly. The black substance came from the roller used to adjust the thickness. The steel adjustment shaft runs through the entire length of the roller, which look like made by Aluminum. The friction between static adjustment shaft and rotating roller produced a lot of black substance, I guess that is metal powder. Mechanically, this roller attachment is very poorly designed, as there is no separation between food processing area and mechanical power transmission. I found that discolored pasta dough crumbles are all over the places, inside the roller attachment, and cannot be shaken out over the years. It is not surprised that the black substance also leaked out to my pasta sheets. Another example is that the end cap of roller attachment is fixed by three self-taping screws. It won't last long if you keep dissembling the attachments. The attachment is very pretty, but I don't think it is made solidly, nor will it last long for heavy use. I am always suspicious why KitchenAid is so particular about immersing the attachment into the water, now I think I know the answer.
Hi there! Thanks for sending this experience you had with KPRA pasta attachments. I guess you won't know the things you mentioned if you haven't used your pasta roller for a long time. I will definitely keep this in mind when I'm using my pasta roller.
I love the idea of making soba noodles
Try this now. Link of the product in the description box :)
Thank you so much! This was very helpful
Glad it was helpful. I also notice you also watched my pasta extruder review. Are you currently exploring for options?
I feel like it takes practice and experience for it to come out great, but even the first time I made it; I would have rated it as very good and neither my wife nor I are exactly master chefs.
Hi Cheng! :)
Thanks for your in-depth review. Can you do a video on how to make soba noodles with this equipment?
welcome chris. thank you for your suggestion. have you tried making your own soba noodles? what were the the challenges you had?
I haven’t tried actually, but you mentioned the possibility of making soba noodles in your vid and I’d love to give it a go.
I have experimented with pasta, but I can’t help but feel that soba noodles are next level and something I wouldn’t just try without getting some tips from someone who obviously knows their stuff, like you.
Thank you for your review, I was trying to find out whether this model had plastic parts. Now I know I will get the newer stainless steel one.
Glad I could help! Do you make your own pasta dough? :)
all day i eat like a shark Yes! It’s really fun and the kids enjoy it too. Also started making ramen.
Do you know if Kitchenaid has changed the plastic pieces (guides) on the pasta sheet roller? Are they now made from stainless steel to avoid the cracking that everyone complains about? Thanks
Not sure, Debbie
I just ordered a replacement and plan to return it if it still has those plastic guides. They should know by now. I'll come back and let you know ~ 3/15/23.
@@shannonmurphy6353 Thank you. Please do let us know!
Great review! I just got mine few days ago. But I didn’t get the three piece set; I just got the pasta roller.
Thank you for watching. I hope you can get your three pieces set soon. Do you enjoy using the product?
@@alldayieatlikeashark haha I actually chose not to go for the three piece since I would be able to cut the pasta up with a knife :) I love everything about it!
@@alldayieatlikeashark Would you say, it is worth to buy the 3 piece set or just the pasta roller? I am considering buying but not sure if its worth to spend on the 3 piece set or just the roller. Kitchenaid stuff are so expansive =(
thank you for your review, very helpful
My pleasure! Are you interested to buy this product?
Thank you
😊
Can u do a a tree three in one and the kitchen aide difference between the two attachments which one will be better?
Can you make udon with it ?
Yes of course, Chanaz, you can make Japanese Noodles like ramen, udon, and soba. Just use the spaghetti-cutting attachment.
I wish people would stop saying that one of the cutters is for spaghetti…spaghetti can only be made with an extruder because it’s round.
Thanks for the feedback!
Will this attachment work with Kitchenaid model K45SS?
I havent tried it but the description says its compatible with any KitchenAid mixers.
🤔 Can this device press meat? Why is it not washable?
Konnichiwa, Vincent! www.alldayieat.com/?s=KitchenAid+KPRA+3+Piece+Pasta+Roller+%26+Cutter+Attachment+Set+review
The attachment parts were very expensive, the price for this can buy 250kg homebrand spaghetti
It's worth it for me though! :) Do you own one? How is it for you?
@@alldayieatlikeashark l still thinking about to buy all in one or 3 parts, they are good for handicrafts at home as not out much since COVID
Hello! A lot of times, when using the spaghetti cutters, the strands come out with two stuck together. I can pull them apart before drying, but that is a pain. Do you ave any hints/suggestions on what I should do to prevent this???
Hi Darren, you can prevent it by coating your pasta dough with corn or rice flour immediately after cutting. Don't use regular flour as it may have a different result. I hope this will help you. how many time in a week do you make your own pasta?
I had this same issue.
AGAIN ANOTHER EXCELLENT REVIEW!!` THANK YOU SO MUCH, REALLY APPRECIATE YOU MAKING THESE HONEST AND VERY HELPFUL REVIEWS.~{{{{hugs}}}~??? WHAT SPEED DID YOU USE?....AND DID YOU EVER GET YER UPGRADE MIXER WITH A HIGHER HORSE POWER? AND WHAT SPEED DID YOU USE FOR YOUR OTHER PASTA SET YOU REVIEWED FOR NOODLES WITH THE HAND CUTTER{WHITE PLASTIC }?
Glad you like them! And thanks again for watching!
The background music makes this video eventually unwatchable.