Gypsy Soup

Gypsy Soup From Moosewood

2 med. ripe tomatoes
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
2 cups chopped onion
3 med. cloves garlic
1 stalk celery
2 cups diced sweet potatoes
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. turmeric
1 tsp. basil
dash of cinnamon
dash of cayenne
1 bay leaf
3 cups water
1 med. bell pepper (to add in at end)
1 1/2 cups cooked chick peas