1. In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat; add rice. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
2. In a skillet, melt butter. Add rice and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until butter is almost absorbed, about 5 minutes. Turn into a 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with garlic salt. Pour broth over rice.
3. Cover and bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed. Add mint and fluff with a fork. Sprinkle almonds over top. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer. Yield: 6 servings.