Old Fashioned Pull Apart Pan Rolls

INGREDIENTS

1 cup

milk , heated (110 degrees F), divided

package (2-1/4 teaspoons) of rapid rise yeast

1 1/2 tbsp

granulated sugar , divided

3 1/2 cups

all purpose flour , divided

1 tsp

salt

1/4 cup

salted butter , softened at room temperature , plus additional butter for the pans, and melted butter for brushing the rolls, if desired

teapoon of vegetable oil (for the bowl)