... this to make pasta last weekend and it works great. The best being that we were able to ...
921013
My husband and I used this to make pasta last weekend and it works great.  The best being that we were able to easily secure it to the counter.  We made some great Fettuccini.
4292010
After a couple of trials with the pasta machine, my pasta is wonderful.  The Marcato works great and I am very happy with my purchase.  My family will not eat pasta out of a box or at a restaurant any longer.  I highly recommend this pasta machine.
3208133
I was very skeptical about this working and was sure I was going to have one big clump of pasta stuck together at the end of cooking, but this was highly recommended by America's Test Kitchen so I thought I'd give it a try. I don't know how it does it, but every penne, spaghetti, linguine, etc. comes out perfectly done and separate every time. As the instructions say, you may have to adjust cooking time by a minute or two depending on how you like your pasta done and due to the fact that not all microwaves cook at the same rate, but for the most part the cooking times are spot-on. No more waiting for water to boil before starting the cooking process and you can add salt right at the beginning of the cooking process. Plus you use way less water than you would if cooking in a pot.
391809
I used it for the first time last weekend to make tomato jam and it certainly served me very well!
763424
I got this for my hubby because he likes to make pasta from scratch.  It is something that he and his mother used to do together and even though she has passed on, he still like to do it and teaches our daughter.  This goes great with the pasta maker I got him and I don't have noodles hanging all over my kitchen, back of my chairs, and anywhere else he used to find room.  Easy to story, very simple and I highly suggest owning one if 'pasta from scratch' is your thing.
2866140
The dough sheeter and the pasta cutters all work really well.
It is really easy to use, and I am happy I bought them. I tried all the cutters, and the results are amazing.
I even realized that by using a different thickness for the spaghetti cutter, you will obtain instead of spaghetti (nr 4 on dough sheeter), Linguine if you make your dough even thinner (nr 5 on dough sheeter).

My only disappointment is the ravioli maker.  It works only with the dough thickness nr 3, otherwise the ravioli won't be cut. With the thickness nr 3, the ravioli are really too thick. But, the stuffing is evenly distributed, and it is easy to use. What I do, is, I make my ravioli with the ravioli attachement, with sheets with a thickness nr 5, and I correct the cutting afterwards with a ravioli wheel cutter.
768079
I've always wanted to make my own pasta but was intimidated by my fear that it was a complicated process.  It really isn't difficult and the result is soooo much better than boxed pasta.  My husband and I actually had fun doing this (he normally doesn't help in the kitchen), but watching the pasta form right before your eyes is fascinating.  During the pasta making, we were feeding the dough in faster than we could cut it to the right length and set it up to dry and he made the comment that we looked like Lucy and Ethel at the candy factory.

It is easy to attach and even easier to clean.  This is a terrific addition to my Kitchen Aid mixer and one I have used often.  I highly recommend this if you want to make your own fresh-tasting pasta.
3003615
We love it.  I use it for all kinds of pasta dishes, as well as pasta salads cold and warm. It's even still good the next day unlike some gluten free pastas.  I did find that I had to cook it almost twice as long as the instructions said.  They say 6-7 minutes, and I have to cook them about 14 minutes.  If you like crunchy bits in your pasta, then go with the 7 minutes!  The best part is the price!  It's comparable to regular pasta!  and I have found that Costco is now selling this pasta!!
981701
I purchased this pasta machine because of the reviews on Amazon.  Everything that was said was true with regard to its efficiency.  Also true was the part about running some pasta (or paper towel, etc.) through the machine to get the grease out.  I made 2 lbs of semolina pasta with no trouble at all.  Love this - great for the price.
4550092
My husband and I had never made pasta before and were wanting to start. I was worried when I could only find one fully automated machine.  It is my nature to want more of a choice.  And after reading the reviews on this machine I was also a little worried about the people who hated it and wanted to throw it away.  But most of the reviews just told you to read the directions and follow them very carefully.  Well, we followed the directions and our first batch was a HUGE success.  We have since then made spinach and olive pastas.  It is a fun machine and we are looking forward to moving onto rice noodles soon.  The reviews were right...Just follow the directions!!!
1090422
I've been wanting a pasta roller for some time, my mother had one when I was younger. I have made fettuccini, angel hair, and farafelle pasta (using the lasagne roller and hand shaping) with this machine, cooking half the recipe that day and freezing the other half (already shaped) for another days use. Also with this machine i can make whole wheat pasta, and/or put spinach in the pasta to make it a bit more healthy than regular.
653778
We received the Mercato Atlas 150 this afternoon and it was breeze to put together.  I followed the recipe for the dough provided with the machine and used my food processor to knead. It turned out perfectly......I used store brand flour and large eggs.
My girls ages 6 and 9 took over the pasta making and did an awesome job.  I would recommend this to anyone who has contemplated making their own pasta.  It was soooo easy and tasted incredible.
4894410
It's a very useful kitchen gadget to have.  I use it often to make spiral zucchini or squash in lieu of pasta.  Works well, but it is not the most sturdy kitchen item (made of plastic) so you need to be a bit delicate with it.  Other than that it is a lot of fun to use and helps to provide a great alternative to high-carb pasta.
1078861
I was skeptical that this would work but the price was right and I decided to give it a whirl. I have used it twice in the last week, both with  spaghetti and angel hair. The pasta came out perfectly each time. It is not only a time saver but saves gas from the time it takes to heat up pan. Follow the directions and you will be happy. Toys and Games did a fantastic job of package and delivering fast. I highly recommend this product and company.
775984
I decided to make my first batch of ravioli after work, on a weeknight.  I had no idea what I was getting myself into.  I read the directions for the press, whipped up a batch of filling (ground chicken, peppers, and mozzarella cheese) and started rolling out the dough.  I used my Imperia 150 pasta machine, rolled the dough down to the second to last setting, and laid half a sheet over the metal part of the press.  Then I inserted the plastic thing to make the indentations for the filling, filled the holes, and covered the metal thing again with the other half of the pasta sheet.  I made one pound of pasta dough, and with that one pound I was able to make 48 ravioli.  From start to finish (with pre-made sauce) it took about an hour and a half.

Let me tell you, it makes a HUGE difference if you spray the metal tray with nonstick cooking spray before you put the first sheet of dough on it.  I forgot this little tip and my first batch of 12 was very hard to get out.  After that, I remembered what the reviews recommended and sprayed it with Pam.  The remaining three batches just popped right out.  Every single ravioli sealed perfectly and not a single one popped open in the cooking pot.  I cooked them 12 at a time for about 14 minutes and they were perfect.

This thing is amazing.  It's simple enough to get perfect results the first time you use it, and easy enough to make fresh ravioli on a weeknight.  Don't waste your money on the attachments for the pasta machines, this thing is so easy a kid could do it!
3577579
Love it! My 12 year old loves to make pasta. I don't like her carrying the pot to the sink so this seemed like a great alternative. The edges aren't hot and the cover strains well and is secure. Bought it on a deal and got it for $10.95 after buying it for my SIL last X-Mas on a lightening deal ($9.95 for the older model) and she loved it.
1160804
Great item for pasta preparation for one or two people -- could only make for more as a side dish quantity.  There's something about not lugging out that big heavy pot, filling it with water and then waiting for the water to boil which is just such a pleasure.  And there's no big pot to wash either!  The directions it comes with cover all bases for quantities and timing and work perfectly.  I love Fasta Pasta!