Garlic Breadsticks

Combine yeast and sugar in a large bowl with 1/4 cup of warm water. Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes, or until the yeast has become soft and a creamy foam forms.

Add flour, 1 1/4 cup of warm water, 2 tablespoons of softened butter, and 1 tablespoon of salt to the mixture. Mix until the dough is well combined and has a soft texture, taking about 3 minutes to achieve this.

Shape the dough into a 2-foot log and then cut it into 16 equal pieces, approximately 1 1/2 inches wide. Give each piece a few minutes to knead and then shape it into a 6-inch breadstick. Arrange the breadsticks on a baking sheet in an orderly fashion and let them rise for about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). This will ensure that your breadsticks are baked at the correct temperature.

In a separate bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of melted butter with garlic powder until well combined. Brush this mixture onto the breadsticks for added flavor.

Place the breadsticks in the preheated oven and bake until they are golden brown, taking about 15 minutes to achieve this.

Remove the breadsticks from the oven and brush them with the remaining melted butter mixture for extra flavor. Sprinkle a pinch of kosher salt onto the breadsticks immediately after baking.