Serves 8, i hope

2-4 dried peppers of your choice, but I like Spanish ńoras* or cascabels
2 slices stale, crusty bread
1 bowl of cold water
3/4 cups light Spanish olive oil, like Arbequina
3-4 ounces marcona almonds
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
4 cloves garlic peeled, and coarsely chopped
Sea salt