Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures the bread doesn’t stick and helps it bake evenly.

Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Make sure everything is well-combined to ensure the bread rises properly.

Add the wet ingredients: Pour in the milk and melted butter. Stir everything together until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but easy to handle. If it's too dry, add a splash of milk; if it's too wet, add a little more flour.

Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently for about 1-2 minutes. You don’t need to knead it too much—just enough to bring everything together and form a smooth ball.

Shape the dough: Shape the dough into a round or oval loaf. You can make it as rustic as you like or use a loaf pan for a more traditional shape.

Bake: Place the dough on your prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before slicing. This helps it set and makes slicing easier.