Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp Active Dry Yeast
• 1/2 cup Warm Water
• 1/2 tsp Sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 Tbsp Sea Salt
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1/2 cup Melted Butter divided
• 3/4 cup Lukewarm Water
• 3-1/2 cups Organic Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour or Unbleached White All-Purpose Flour
• Leaves from 7 Thyme Sprigs
• Sea Salt for topping

Instructions

1. Mix yeast, 1/2 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Set aside for about 5 minutes or until yeast activates and becomes foamy.
2. In large bowl; mix egg, salt, sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter, warm water and yeast mixture. Gradually add in flour and stir until dough forms into large ball.
3. Cover bowl with warm, damp cloth and set in warm spot. Allow dough to double in size (about 1.5 hours).
4. Knead dough on floured surface 3-5 minutes or until dough is smooth. Add small amounts of flour as needed to prevent sticking.
5. Spray 24 muffin tins with nonstick. Fill each muffin tin with 3 small dough balls. Let dough double in size again (about 1 hour).
6. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown.
7. Melt 1/4 cup butter and add the time leaves. Immediately brush rolls with melted butter and sprinkle generously with salt.