Home Made Hamburger Buns

active dry yeast ((one packet))

warm water, (divided)

salt

sugar

eggs ((one for brushing the top of the buns))

mashed potatoes

olive oil

flour ((bread flour is great if you have it))

seeds of any variety (poppy, sesame, sunflower, pumpkin, etc.) ((optional))

butter and cornmeal ((for greasing and dusting))