Directions:
Dissolve sugar in warm water and milk in a large bowl. Whisk in yeast and ginger if using. Let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of flour, then whisk in salt and oil. Gradually add remaining flour until dough pulls away from the bowl.
Knead by machine for about 5 minutes or by hand on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch down dough, knead for 3 minutes, and divide in half. Shape into loaves and place in greased 9×5-inch loaf pans. Brush tops with melted butter.
Let rise for 30 minutes or until dough rises an inch above pans.
Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until loaves sound hollow when tapped.
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