Kerry Leary

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Location

Denver, CO

School

University Of Missouri

Expertise

Cooking & Meal Prep, Air Fryer Recipes, New Grocery Store Items & Products

• Kerry has traveled extensively around the world (nearly 30 countries) and enjoys trying local unique cuisines everywhere she goes to better understand the culture and the people who live there.
• She has written countless restaurant reviews and has eaten at hundreds of restaurants, from the holes in the wall to fine dining, while living in New York City for the past five years.
• She's lived in many regions of the United States and has enjoyed trying everything from Missouri's famous toasted ravioli to Maine's best lobster rolls, to the most delicious New York bagels (everything is the best flavor), to Colorado's strange Rocky Mountain Oyster delicacy.

Experience

Kerry has spent her career producing television news in small, medium, and large local television markets, as well as at the network level. She's won an Emmy award and two Edward R. Murrow awards during her time in local news. Her scripts and commentaries have informed and inspired millions of viewers on air and online. She's launched state-of-the-art newscasts in Denver, Colorado, and on MSNBC, where she worked at 30 Rockefeller Plaza with some of the smartest political analysts in the country. She's a strong believer in the First Amendment and the power of journalism of all types.

Education

Kerry has both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in journalism from the Missouri School of Journalism (The University of Missouri).

Stories By Kerry Leary

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  The Native American Roots Of Rhode Island Johnnycakes

  While pan-fried corn cakes are enjoyed in many parts of the world, the Rhode Island johnnycake traces its roots to Native Americans in the region.

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  The Ingredients You Need For Japanese-Style Egg Salad

  There's something simple and comforting about egg salad that's further exemplified by the Japanese version, which has surprisingly few ingredients.

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  Jarred Salsa Is The Key To A Veggie-Packed Meatloaf Without All The Prep

  Using jarred salsa in your meatloaf may sound strange at first, but it's the perfect, easy way to add veggies to the dish without the hassle of chopping.

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  Elevate Your French Toast Bakes With These Unexpected Mix-Ins

  There's nothing like a French toast bake to make any old morning feel like an occasion, but you can make it extra special with some unexpected ingredients.

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  The Key To Making The Crispiest Possible Mac And Cheese

  A crunchy topping on baked mac and cheese is divine, but to get the best crunch you need to think about your cooking vessel, not just your breadcrumbs.

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  The One Thing Your Burger Needs, According To Bobby Flay

  Bobby Flay says the one texture that's most important for a great burger is crunch -- without something crunchy, your burger will fall flat.

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