For many Italian kids nowadays, bruschetta is the new pizza, and it can be thought of in the same way in terms of toppings, no matter how simple or complex. The word bruschetta comes from the Roman dialectical verb root bruscare, meaning "to cook or roast over hot coals."

In contrast to the literal translation, at OTTO Enoteca Pizzeria in New York City and Las Vegas, we use an industrial toaster. At home, you can use a simple toaster oven, panino press or even a regular oven broiler for results that are equally delicious.

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