Cook water & rice.
Measure flour. Saute onion and garlic in butter until crisp tender. Stir in flour. Cook 1 min. stirring constantly. Gradually add 4 c water and boullion. Add potatoes, carrots and spices. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 to 30 minutes. Add corn. Cover and continue cooking until veggies are tender. Stir in half and half cream, ham and rice. Cook until heated through.