Butternut Squash without coleslaw chestnuts stalks

1 baguette (about 12 oz.) 1 butternut squash (about 2 lbs.) 3 cups half-and-half, divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/4[...]

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups chopped onions (about 3 large) 2 tablespoons mild curry powder 5 lbs butternut squash (2 large) 1[...]