Gypsy Soup

2 tbsp. oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 cups peeled, chopped yams
3 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. basil
dash of salt
dash of cinnamon
dash of cayenne
1 cup chopped fresh or canned tomatoes
3/4 cup green peppers, or green beans, or peas
1 can garbanzo beans
1 tbsp. soy sauce

Heat oil and saute onions, garlic, celery, and yams for five minutes. Add broth, bay leaf and all spices. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Add tomatoes, peppers (or other green), garbanzo beans, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in soy sauce just before serving.