adapted from: Mel's Kitchen Cafe
1 1/2 c. warm water
3/4 Tbl. instant yeast
2 Tbl. sugar
2 Tbl. canola oil
1 tsp. salt
4 c. all-purpose flour, more or less
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water, yeast, sugar, canola oil and salt. Mix in 2 cups of flour. With mixer on, gradually add remaining flour, as much as needed, until the dough has pulled away from the side of the bowl. It should be soft and smooth and slightly tacky to the touch. Knead the dough until very smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch down dough and turn out onto a lightly greased counter. Divide into 12 equal portions and form into balls. Place on a baking sheet and cover. Let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.
Jenn's Notes: I baked my rolls for 16-17 minutes and they were perfect. I brushed the tops with a little butter right when they came out of the oven.