Preparation

1. 1

   Step 1 of 12: Put the flour, yeast and milk in the bowl of the stand mixer and run it at low speed.

2. 2

   Step 2 of 12: Add a very small amount of room-temperature water at a time, letting it be fully absorbed before adding more, and increase the speed.

3. 3

   Step 3 of 12: When the dough has absorbed all the water, add the salt, let it absorb, then add the oil in several additions.

4. 4

   Step 4 of 12: Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a lightly oiled surface (oil your hands too).

5. 5

   Step 5 of 12: Do 4-5 folds, close by bringing the dough toward you and let it rise for 3 hours, covered with plastic wrap (lightly oil the bowl before pouring in the dough).

6. 6

   Step 6 of 12: After the rising time, divide the dough into 8 pieces, do 2 folds and shape each dough ball.