Hamilton Beach Electric Pasta Maker & Noodle Machine with 9 Adjustable Thickness Settings, Makes 6” Wide Sheets, Includes Spaghetti & Fettucine Cutter, Cutting Wheel, Cleaning Brush, Red (86651)

Much much easier to use than the Philips models. It makes noises, several weird unnerving noises and the friction will make some hotspots... but I just made the most amazing semolina and eggs pappardelle at the first try, and the mess in the countertop was MINIMAL. It took me around an hour to prepare dinner + lunch + dinner, a lot of protein with the eggs and semolina, and if you make a big pot of sauce Sunday, you will be just fine for the entire week. The machine stops after several minutes of deep extruding and there is no way to restart, unless you disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet. Please, restart the movement as soon as possible, otherwise you will have a big lump impossible to process. I do recommend to prepare small batches of 300 g each time. A pinch of oil will be very helpful, and remember that the best pasta it is made just with yolks, semolina and some wheat flour. Skip the salt, you have to add that taste in the water.

I opted to buy the refurbished version for approx 1/2 the price. It was shipped really fast, just in time to make noodles for Easter dinner! Packaging was as if it was brand new, I love the helpful measuring cups, the cleaning tool, and the assortment of dyes. But let me tell you, this machine is so handy, it has a scale in it, you put the flour in until you get to the weight you want then it tells you how much liquid to put in, then it mixes and extrudes it. It took me a little less than 1/2 an hour to make 1.5 lbs of egg noodles. I then boiled the water, added Better than Bullion, and the noodles cooked up in just a few minutes. They were wonderful and so much healthier! Of course you have to clean it afterwards but it all comes apart easily and the cleaning tool plus hot sudsy water and a little scrubbing and it comes clean. It also has a handy drawer for the dyes. This is my new favorite kitchen tool!!

Honestly, I thought this would be a great product to add to the kitchen appliance collection, as prices for pasta (among other items) have increased in the store and you knew exactly what was in your pasta and not worry about ingredients. However, after several unsuccessful attempts, back in the box it went and returned. What seemed like a good idea turned into a frustrating afternoon. I tried several different recipes and still the machine would not cooperate. As you can see from the pictures, that was the extent of the pasta received during the extruding process. On one attempt, the machine wouldn't even extrude the dough. Recipes used were from the actual manual included and another from the Red Mill flour bag, as well as an internet recipe. Eggs, with or without, etc., nothing helped me with end product. For those that got lucky and managed for their machine to produce pasta, kudos; wish I was one of those. The appliance was nicely boxed and packaged. I received everything they mentioned and all new. Fairly easy to assemble, changing out the dies; cleaning wasn't the greatest, as the dough was in the nooks and crannies and required the tool supplied to clean dies as opposed to just running water through it. All in all for the money, it was a bust and I won't be purchasing another electric pasta machine.

Good little pasta maker. There are a few things that concern me though. First, I’m not sure if it’s a feature to help the extrusion process, but it feels a little warm when the dough is coming out. Second, maybe I’m just using it wrong, but the attachment for the penne/Mac noodles is quite difficult to use. Cutting the pasta almost always resulted in squished, dumpling like noodles HOWEVER after cooking you could see some of the holes didn’t close up completely. Only attachments I haven’t used yet is the thin spaghetti, reg spaghetti, and lasagna. I enjoy making my pasta fresh for dishes and this machine really helps. Overall I would rate 4/5 stars with the only “bad” thing being I don’t like the way the Mac noodles come out. Again, it’s probably user error.

This pasta maker is easy to set up and use. I have had no problem making any size pasta. I have used the regular spaghetti size disc, extra thick, but my favorite is the angel hair thin pasta dough disc that I mostly use all the time. The couple recipes they give are easy to follow to make great pasta! I have had no problem at all with this machine that makes homemade pasta and it’s so quick and easy! I timed my self on clean up and I can have the whole machine cleaned and the discs cleaned in about 5 to 6 minutes which includes getting the pasta out of the wholes in the disc used. Basically I am done cleaning by the time the pasta is cooked and ready to eat. I am amazed at this pasta machine and have had no issues with it at all and I have had it about 4 months. I make multiple pasta weekly. This machine is awesome!

I have had the Hamilton Beach Electric Pasta maker for more than a year now, and it's time to pass on my thoughts. As others have said, the machine requires a pretty precise mixture in order to work well. It nicely weighs the flour for you and directs you to add the correct amount of liquid. I have found that using one beaten egg and 5 ml of olive oil mixed in with the water and using slightly more liquid than the machine calls for works best for me. I have not been successful at using any wheat flour at all, only white flour. Also, the nozzles for smaller pasta sizes, like angel hair don't work at all. The dough just jams up in the nozzles and won't go through no matter how much you thin it. The most frustrating aspect of using this machine is it quits multiple times during making of a single batch of pasta. I have to try multiple combinations of instructions in order to get it going again. Most often, I have to unplug the machine and then somehow get it started extruding pasta again. I had difficulty getting the machine to use most of the residual dough, but I have recently discovered that placing a thin plate under the back end during the extrusion phase makes the dough migrate to the nozzle end of the machine and results in better usage of the dough. Now that I think about all the difficulties in using this thing, I think I'll change my rating to 3 stars instead of 4.

BEST EVERRRRRRR. Why haven't I been making my own pasta for years?? I feel SO guilty saying that I made pasta with this machine. It does ALL the hard work for you... even the ratio of ingredients it will tell you owing to it's built in scales. The dye for the lasagne sheets isn't perfect. It creates a break in each sheet so you have to piece the sheet back together. Ok for lasagne... nightmare for ravioli. All in all though, she is my.new best friend. Cleaning us surprisingly fast and easy and pushing the dough out the dye with the tool has an ASMR effect on me! Well worth the money

The Hamilton Beach Electric Pasta Maker (model 86650) promises fresh, homemade pasta in just 15 minutes. While it delivers on convenience and ease of use, it's not a perfect fit for all types of flour, especially fresh-milled wheat. Here's a breakdown of my experience: Pros: Super convenient: It mixes, kneads, and extrudes pasta automatically, saving you time and effort. Easy to use: The digital keypad and built-in scale make the process foolproof, even for beginners. Versatile: Seven pasta shapes give you plenty of options to experiment with. Compact and tidy: The machine is small and comes with a storage drawer for the discs, keeping your counter organized. Fun and creative: Making your own pasta can be a rewarding experience, and the ability to customize with different flours and flavors adds to the fun. Cons: Not for all flours: While it works well with all-purpose flour, I had mixed results with fresh-milled wheat. The dough often came out too dry and crumbly, making it difficult to extrude. Limited capacity: It only makes 2-3 servings at a time, which might not be enough for families or large gatherings. Cleaning can be tricky: While some parts are dishwasher safe, the nooks and crannies of the extruder can be challenging to clean thoroughly. Pricey: At $129.99, it's not the cheapest pasta maker on the market. Overall: The Hamilton Beach Electric Pasta Maker is a great option for casual pasta enthusiasts who primarily use store-bought flour. It's convenient, easy to use, and offers plenty of versatility. However, if you're a serious pasta lover who wants to experiment with fresh-milled wheat or make larger batches, you might want to consider a machine with more power and flexibility.

Muy buena compra para experimentar hacer tus propias recetas, lo único es que se necesita mucha práctica a veces me sale y otras hecho a perder la masa

I have used it once and it was great.

Finis les pates achetée , plus gouteuse et facile à faire , plus long à cuire mais tellement bonne . Bonne achat.

The motor is super noisy with the rollers operating. You can hear the high pitch noise yourself from the video…caution reduce your volume…also not sure why, with the machine operating tons of black particles comes out from the cracks….

The machine does not make the right consistency for pasta, it is usually too dry, and too slow. I followed the instructions precisely, I even tried a recipe I always used to make fresh pasta. It does NOT work.