For a low-key, high-impact party starter, make this smoky Spanish dip, then surround it with grilled bread, nuts, olives, and plenty of veggies for dipping.
1/2 cup roasted, unsalted almonds, plus more, crushed, for garnish
1 thick slice crusty bread, torn into 1" pieces (about 1 cup)
1 large garlic clove
2 plum tomatoes, cored and quartered
1 cup roasted red peppers
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish