Make the baker’s cushion by covering a large, round cushion or woven basket (at least 10 inches in diameter) with a clean cotton towel and tie the ends tightly.
To make dough: In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Allow to ferment for 10 minutes.
Add the salt, oil, and milk, and stir well with a wooden spoon. Gradually add 5 to 5½ cu