Place the warm water, yeast and sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer and stir. Let stand for 10 minutes until frothy.
1 1/4 cups warm water, 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, 2 Tbs granulated sugar
Add the oil, 3 ½ cups of flour and salt and use the paddle attachment until combined.
2 Tbs olive oil, 3 1/2 - 4 cups bread flour, 2 tsp kosher salt
Using the dough hook, turn on medium speed, adding a little flour as needed until the dough isn’t sticky. Then continue kneading on medium speed until smooth and elastic.
Roll the dough into a ball and place in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Punch the dough down and divide into 12 equal pieces approximately 200 grams each. Roll each piece into 9 inch long rolls.
Cover and allow to rise again for about 30 minutes.
Heat the oven to 400° and bake for 12 minutes.
Combine the melted butter, garlic powder and salt and brush over the hot rolls.
3 Tbs unsalted butter, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt
Serve warm.