Sheero with Grapes and Basil

One of the ways my parents remained in touch with their culture and religious traditions was by creating a community with other Indian Americans in our neighborhood. They would gather frequently to celebrate Hindu festivals, and sweets and snacks would be on hand, potluck style. My mom would always bring home a plate of these treats for us. One of my favorites was sheero, a classic pudding made from sooji or ravo (cream of wheat or semolina). It would often be topped with a tulsi (holy basi