Cauliflower Soup with Leeks, Carrots and Cheddar – Food in Jars

Ingredients

• 2 heads cauliflower (roughly chopped)
• 1 large carrot (diced)
• 2 leeks (well-washed and sliced)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup white wine
• 2 quarts chicken (or vegetable stock)
• 7-8 grinds of black pepper
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 heaping tablespoons flour
• 3 cups milk
• 1 ½ cups grated cheddar cheese
• 1 8- ounce block of cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 3-4 grinds black pepper