Fluffy Garlic Breadsticks

I am still in search of the ultimate yummy breadstick recipe.  I have to make breadsticks for a school luncheon tomorrow, so today I am trying this recipe.  You could also add Parmesan cheese to the butter when brushing on if you like that.  I found this recipe on the blog, www.comfortkitchen.com.

For the dough:
1 cup + 2 Tablespoons warm water
1 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
3 cups bread flour
For brushing:
3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions:Mix yeast  and water in a large bowl.  Whisk until yeast is dissolved, whisk in sugar and salt.  Slowly mix in melted butter.  Add about 8 c. flour.  Use the last cup of flour for kneading, and rolling out.  Knead about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth.  Roll into a ball and place in a large buttered bowl.  Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours.

Divide dough into 12 portions. Roll each piece of dough into a 7-inch log. Place dough logs on nonstick baking mat or parchment-lined baking sheets, cover, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Meanwhile, combine butter, salt and garlic powder in a small bowl. Remove breadsticks from oven and immediately brush with butter mixture. Serve warm.