Cream of Cheddar Cauliflower and Apple Soup

Ingredients

• • 1 cup (250 ml) chopped leek
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) butter
  • 4 cups (1 litre) cheddar cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup (250 ml) potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 5 cups (1.25 litres) chicken broth
  • 2 Cortland apples, peeled, cored and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) 35% cream or 15% cooking cream
  • Chives
  • Salt and pepper