I used scalded milk in this loaf to help soften the dough and improve the rise. Apparently, there is some element, a protein perhaps, in milk that can weaken the dough. However, when you heat milk to 198 F (92 C) , it inactivates this element. Otherwise, the bread will be coarser and less risen. There is some debate as to whether this actually helps, but I liked the result. You can use milk powder instead if you prefer.
If you want to serve warm bread, reheat it after it has cooled completely. To reheat and/or rejuvenate Unsliced bread, turn the oven to 400F for 5 minutes or so. Turn the oven OFF. Put the bread in the hot oven for ten minutes.