Toast almonds
Dice and blanch dates (pat them dry)
Combine everything except almonds and dates
Fold in almonds and dates
Let sit for 30m
Stretch and fold
Sit for 30m
Stretch and fold
3 hrs bulk rise total or when you see air pockets and it has doubled
Remove from bowl onto floured surface
Shape into ball
Place in parchment paper lined bowl
Let sit at room temp until doubled in size
Preheat dutch oven at 475 for 30m
Sprinkle with a little flour
Score bread with scissors or knife or lame
Bake covered for 25 mins
Remove cover and parchment paper
Bake for additional 5-25 mins, until crust is dark
Remove, rest on wire rack for at least 1 hr
Slice