What is the best device to make pasta dough?

I have 3 devices to make pasta dough (well, 4 if you count hands). I have a stand mixer with a dough hook, a food processor with a dough hook, and a bread maker with a dough setting. I want the easiest one with less clean up or just the best. What have you used?

I’ve got all 4 as well, and I prefer using my hands. Making pasta dough is simple and quick, and I prefer not to have a machine to clean. Simply clean the counter where you mixed and kneaded, and wash your hands You also have a feel as to the texture of the dough when mixing by hand. Hope this helps

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As to the second part of your question, which I missed, I use all purpose flour, wheat flour, and love adding different flavors such as spinach, tomato, or herbs. Not sure if I have ever tried semolina, but I probably have ~ big time bread baker, so have lots in the pantry to choose from.

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