Preparation

1. In a bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, mix water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand until frothy, 5 minutes.
2. Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups flour. Mix with dough hook on medium-low. Add additional flour 1/4 cup at a time until dough pulls away from the sides and is only slightly stick. Continue mixing until smooth, 6-8 minutes. (If you don't have a stand mixer, knead by hand until smooth, sprinkling with flour as needed.)
3. Transfer dough to an oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
4. Once dough has risen, preheat oven to 425°F.
5. Punch dough down and turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a log about 8-9 inches and set on baking sheet.
6. Let dough rest again for 15 minutes.
7. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes.
8. While breadsticks bake, melt butter and mix in garlic salt. Brush breadsticks immediately with garlic butter. Enjoy!