Loaded Cauliflower Soup - Simply Ghee

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon; (chopped)
• 1 cup leeks
• 1/2 cup celery root or stalks; (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic; (minced)
• 8 cups chopped cauliflower florets and stems; ((2 1/2lb head))
• 3 cups unsalted chicken stock; (best with homemade)
• 1 teaspoon good sea salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 3/4 cup half and half
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese; (grated)
• 3 tablespoons chopped chives
• 3 tablespoons chopped parsley