Add shallot to saucepan and sauté 1 minute. Stir in flour, curry powder, and cinnamon, and mix well. Gradually add half-and-half, stirring constantly to thicken. Add cheese stirring until it melts. Pour soup into blender container and puree. Return to saucepan and heat through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into bowls and top with reserved apple slices.
