Speedy Vegetable Soup

2 cans (one 49 oz & one 14 1/2 oz) chicken broth

2 celery ribs, sliced

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

1 envelope onion soup mix

1 bay leaf

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp pepper

1 can diced tomatoes

Combine broth, vegetables, soup mix, bay leaf, garlic powder, and pepper.  Bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.  Add tomatoes.  Heat through.  Remove bay leaf.