In a small bowl, add water, yeast and a pinch of granulated sugar. Set aside until foamy, about 5 to 8 minutes.
While waiting, add bread flour, remaining 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a stand mixer. Mix using the whisk attachment.
Add prepared foamy yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons melted butter to the flour mixture.
Replace the whisk attachment with the dough hook and knead on medium speed until it is smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
Transfer dough to a bowl coated with cooking spray.
Cover bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Place in a warm spot and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
When dough has risen, lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Punch down dough and transfer to a floured work surface. Knead, by hand, a few times.
Cut dough in half and gently shape into two 3x6-inch loaves (Be careful to not overwork the dough).
Place the loaves three inches apart on the prepared pan.
Lightly spray the loaves with cooking spray and cover with plastic wrap.
Place back in a warm spot and let rise until puffy, about 1/2 to 1 hour.