Butternut Squash Pilaf

Name: Butternut Squash Pilaf
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 cup white wine; Pinch of cinnamon; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 3/4 cups water, or 1 14-ounce can vegetable broth; 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, halved and seeded; 1/2 cup chopped fennel fronds, (see Ingredient Note); 1 large red onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons water; 1 cup instant or parboiled brown rice; Freshly ground pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon salt