Sourdough Bread

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

warmed milk ((110-115 degrees Fahrenheit))

2 1/2 tsp

instant yeast ((I love Red Star Platinum))

1 cup

sourdough starter

1/4 cup

canola oil

1 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

granulated sugar

1/2 tsp

baking soda

4 1/2 cups

bread flour ((plus an additional 1/2 cup for handling the dough))

2 tbsp

canola oil ((for brushing the tops of the loaves))