[ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Preheat oven to 400 degrees." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In a large bowl, combine 1 cup water, oil, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until yeast is bubbly (about 8 minutes). Stir in beaten egg softened butter and salt." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "With a stand mixer or by hand, add flour, one cup at a time until you have a soft dough that isn’t sticky. Knead by hand 10 minutes or 5 minutes with a stand mixer." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Divide dough into 18 even pieces, cover with parchment paper and a kitchen towel in a warm place. Let rise 10 minutes. (You can allow them to rise up to an additional 30 minutes if time allows)" }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Lightly brush with milk and bake on the middle rack for 10-12 minutes or just until browned." } ]