Combine ¼ cup warmed water with yeast and sugar. Set aside until foamy.
In a large bowl combine remaining ingredients, except milk.
Add in yeast mixture and 1 ½ cups milk. Mix together, adding in remaining milk a tablespoon at a time as needed. You want the the mixture to just pull away from the bowl.
Knead mixture for 7-10 minutes. Shape into a ball, place back into bowl, and let rise for an hour, until doubled.
Place dough onto counter and divide into 2 sections. Flatten into a rectangular shape and roll into a log. Place into a loaf pan and let rise another hour.
Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes. Top with a little more butter if desired.
