When done, the dough will be fairly heavy, but smooth in texture. Place in a well-greased bowl and raise in a warm place until doubled. Place on a greased baking sheet and let rise again, until almost doubled. Cut diagonal slits in top of loaf with a sharp knife, and bake in a 400 degree oven until done, about 30-35 min. Remove from pan, and let cool in a draft-free location.
Notes Be careful that the milk mixture has cooled before adding it to the starter.
If it's too hot, you'll kill the starter and the bread won't rise. Since the dough rises for a long time, I usually cover it with a damp towel to keep it from drying out. If you want a chewy crust, brush the top of the loaf with a mixture of corn starch and water before baking. Also, placing a pan of water in the oven while baking will make the crust a little softer. I usually brush the loaf with butter after baking.