In a large bowl (stand mixer bowl works great for this), dissolve the yeast with the warm water and then stir in the honey. Add in half of the flour and the salt.
Mix together using low speed to combine and then increase to medium speed for about 3 minutes.
Add remaining flour to the mixer and combine.
Lightly flour your countertop and place dough ball on surface. Knead by hand for about 8-10 minutes. You could also use the stand mixer to "knead" the dough ball using a dough hook. The time may need to be reduced. Check on it periodically and test for for smoothness and elasticity.
Add the dough ball to a lightly oiled bowl, turn the dough around to lightly grease, and cover bowl with a tea towel. Allow to rise until double in size (about 1/2 hour to 1 hour).
Punch down dough and turn onto a lightly floured countertop. Divide the dough in half and shape each into a loaf.
Lay each loaf on a greased baking sheet, seem side down or use parchment paper for ease of cleaning!
Cover and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cut a few shallow lines on the top of the loaves. And then brush the loaves with milk to just lightly coat the tops and sides.
Bake for 30-38 minutes, until golden brown.
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.