Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl and let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.

In a larger mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Then, add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and the egg to the bowl.

Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together.

Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm spot for about an hour until doubled in size.

Punch down the risen dough to release air, then divide into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a ball.

Place rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Optionally, brush the tops with melted butter when taken out of the oven.