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Grease a bowl with sunflower oil and place the dough in it. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Prepare the Dough for Baking:
Punch down the dough to release the air.
Knead the dough briefly and then divide it into two equal parts.
Shape each part into a loaf and place them in greased rectangular loaf pans.
Second Rise:
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for another 30-40 minutes, or until the dough has risen just above the top of the pans.
Bake the Bread:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
Brush the tops of the loaves with a mixture of milk and olive oil to help them brown and create a crispy crust.
Bake the bread for 30-40 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool and Serve:
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pans for a few minutes.
Transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serving Suggestions:
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