Laura Kurella

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Culinary Correspondent Laura Kurella's now decades-long journey into the world of food began after the sudden loss of her father who, though appearing healthy, fell dead into her arms when he was just 58 and she still a teen. "His death taught me - the hard way - that something I thought innocuous – food – can kill you!" Channeling her pain into a purpose, Laura learned to use her grief to help guide others toward food that benefits – not burdens – the body. "And, in the midst of doing so, I found my life's calling." Today, Laura is a wife, mother, grandmother, journalist, author and speaker who uses her education in Natural Medicine to create food that makes us feel good. Her recipes, food styling, photography and content appear in her award-winning newspaper column, Vitality Cuisine, and also in many other news outlets - including here, on the Food Channel. "Looking back," she said, "I never thought that losing my dad would ever lead to a life that could help others. It is a blessing for something so uplifting to come from such a loss. I am very thankful to God for not only guiding me through that great loss but also for using it to lead me to a life that makes a positive difference in the lives of others – and also lets me live peacefully in a log cabin in the Northwoods!"

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RecipesDecember 7, 2018 6:17 pm

All-Purpose Gravy

Looking for a delicious gravy that works with beef, pork chicken and turkey? Culinary Correspondent Laura Kurella has got you covered. This (…)

RecipesNovember 27, 2018 6:03 pm

Turkey Grilled Cheese With Cranberry Brie

Leftover turkey. No problem with this recipe for Turkey Grilled Cheese. All the work that went into that Thanksgiving turkey can pay (…)

RecipesNovember 22, 2018 11:16 am

Delicious Do-Ahead Turkey Gravy

Gravy can be even trickier than the bird to make. However, there are some basic practices and techniques that, if followed, are sure to (…)

Food & Drink November 19, 2018 12:16 pm

A New Cran-i-tude!

Cranberries, and their incredibly crisp, crimson color, have long been an attractive way to dress up our holiday table but, contrary to what (…)

RecipesNovember 19, 2018 12:15 pm

Laura's Sublime Cranberry Sauce

Laura’s Sublime Cranberry Sauce is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. It uses fresh cranberries, which are in-season for (…)

RecipesNovember 19, 2018 12:15 pm

Cranberry Brie Bites

Cranberry Brie Bites are so simple and yet, so beautiful for your Thanksgiving table. Made with wonton wrappers filled with brie, (…)

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Food & Drink October 26, 2018 10:02 pm

“Spook”-tacular Snacks For Halloween

The tradition of wearing a frightening costume on Hallows’ Eve (Halloween) was born out of, all places, a religious observance. The (…)