Pillowy Soft Garlic Breadsticks

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
• In a small bowl, warm water to 110-115 degrees F
• Add sugar and yeast to warm water.  Stir gently to combine and allow to proof.  If yeast does not proof, try again
• In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine proofed yeast and the remaining ingredients for the dough except for the flour
• On low speed, gradually add flour. Increase speed to medium and knead dough for 7 minutes until smooth and elastic
• Remove dough to a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp towel. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours
• Divide dough into 12 portions. Roll each piece of dough into a 7-inch log. Place dough logs on a nonstick baking mat or parchment-lined baking sheets, cover, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour
• Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown 
• Meanwhile, combine butter, salt, and garlic powder in a small bowl
• Remove the breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush with butter mixture. Serve warm