February 2025 Rewarding Moment

This month’s Rewarding Moment comes from Laura Adams who joined Mypoints in November 2001.

As to how she discovered MyPoints? “It’s been so long I don”t remember. I’ve been using it for over 20 years.”

Her favorite way to earn Points? “Surveys are the most fun for me.”

This is her story:

“I used my rewards for Amazon cards for most of my wedding. Decor, bouquets, cake topper, cutlery. Almost everything was paid for using MyPoints rewards.

It was beautiful. I then used more rewards for Walmart cards to turn the decor into Christmas decorations as mementos for myself and the attendants.

I let anyone who asked know how I was able to make such a great wedding from such a small budget. I’m proud of myself for how well it turned out.

I only wish I had gotten my wedding gown and his tuxedo that way too! I probably could have, Amazon has everything.

Grateful for MyPoints for helping me have my dream wedding.”

Thanks for sharing your story, Laura and for sticking with MyPoints of over 23 years now! In appreciation, we’ve added 3,950 Points to your account.

Got a Rewarding Moment made possible by MyPoints? Submit it via this form for a chance to be awarded 3,950 Points if selected!

Recipe of the Week: Tuscan Turkey and Ham Wrap

Elevate your lunch game with this recipe, a flavorful fusion of deli favorites and Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. . Quick to assemble and perfect for on-the-go meals, it’s a delicious way to add a gourmet twist to your everyday wrap!

Plus you can earn up to 698 Points!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. Sara Lee® Honey Roasted Turkey Breast (earn up to 680 Points)
  • 8 oz. Sara Lee ® Honey Ham, paper-thin sliced
  • 4 10. white flour tortillas
  • 16 oz. strachino or fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 4 tbsp. balsamic vinegar reduction or glaze
  • 4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil (earn 9 Points)
  • 1 tsp. sea salt, to taste
  • 1 tsp. cracked black pepper, to taste (earn 9 Points)
  • 4 ripe roma tomatoes, 5 slices per tomato
  • 8 large basil leaves, cut into thin strips
  • 2 basil leaves, as needed

Directions

  1. Preheat griddle or large sauté pan to medium heat
  2. With a fork, mash cheese into a spreadable soft consistency and set aside
  3. On the griddle or pan, warm tortillas on both sides until pliable, 30 seconds on each side. Place 4 tortillas on the counter or board, ready for assembly
  4. Evenly spread ¼ of the cheese on each tortilla, leaving an inch from the edge
  5. Drizzle balsamic reduction or glaze and olive oil on the cheese
  6. Season cheese with sea salt and black pepper to taste
  7. Evenly place 2 oz. of ham on cheese, keeping 1” from the edges
  8. Place 1 roma tomato, sliced in a circle, on ham
  9. Evenly place 3 oz. of sliced turkey on a tortilla, keeping 1” from the edge
  10. Sprinkle a few strips of the basil over the turkey and roll up tightly to form a wrap
  11. Cut through the middle at a slight angle
  12. Arrange the wrap halves on a platter and serve
  13. Top with basil leaves

See full recipe here.

Recipe of the Week: Potato Chip Souffle

Looking for a unique and indulgent twist on a classic dish? This recipe combines the light, airy texture of a traditional soufflé with the irresistible crunch and salty goodness of potato chips.

Plus you can earn up to XXXX Points!

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons bacon fat
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk (earn 3 Points)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese (earn 3 Points)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (earn 3 Points)
  • 1 1/2 cups baked russet potato, passed through a food mill with skins (earn 3 Points)
  • 3/4 cups sour cream (earn 9 Points)
  • 4 egg yolks (earn up to 680 Points)
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (earn 9 Points)
  • 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cups crisp bacon, chopped
  • 6 egg whites (earn up to 850 Points)
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced chives
  • 2 cups LAY’S® Wavy Cheddar Flavored Potato Chips, slightly broken but still in larger pieces (earn p to 510 Points)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 with no fan.
  2. Bake or boil potatoes until you can easily poke them with fork
  3. Put potatoes through a food mill with the skins on.
  4. In a small sauce pan warm the bacon fat.
  5. Whisk in the flour and cook over medium low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently to make a roux.
  6. Add the milk and raise heat to medium. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens, then stir in 3/4 cup of the cheese and butter until melted. Remove from heat. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  7. Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks.
  8. Mix together the milled potato, sour cream, egg yolk, salt, pepper, baking powder and half of the bacon. Fold the cheese base into the mixture.
  9. Fold 1/3 of the whipped egg whites into the base to lighten, then gently fold the remaining egg whites and half of the chives.
  10. Pour the mixture into 6-ounce soufflé dishes and bake in a water bath for 30 to 45 minutes until set.
  11. In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining cheese and bacon with the LAY’S® Wavy Cheddar Flavored Potato Chips and place a large mound on top of each soufflé. Then return to the oven with no water bath until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
  12. Top with remaining chives and serve immediately.

See full recipe here.

Treat yourself to a Sweet BINGO Bonus!

Start 2025 out right with up to a $10 Bonus (1,500 Points) for US members and $5 (750 Points) for Canadian members!

Pre-registration starts at 8 am PT today, Friday, January 31st and the BINGO Board starts at 8 am PT on Monday, February 3rd.

You can join anytime before the submission deadline at 11:59 pm PT on Monday,February 10th but only activities completed AFTER you join will mark off your BINGO squares.

BINGO activities will include:

  • Clicking through the Board to visit a variety of Shop merchants
  • Visiting a specified merchant and activating the Score! banner
  • Voting in the Daily Poll
  • Redeeming Points for a gift card
  • Earning Points for completing 5 items (including Deal of the Day) on your To-Do List
  • Making a purchase via MyPoints Shop and earning at least 20 Points for CA or 25 Points for US (square will mark off as soon as Points pend which can take 24-72 hours. Also we recommend familiarizing yourself with individual retailer terms and conditions regarding eligible purchases: for example most Walmart and Amazon transactions are NOT eligible for Points.)

US only

CA only

You must submit your completed pattern by 11:59 pm PT on Monday, February 10th to claim your Bonus.

Recipe of the Week: Fireball Whiskey French Toast

Forget mimosas! You can add a bit of kick to Sunday brunch with this whiskey-infused French Toast recipe plus earn up to 1,445 Points!

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Beat eggs, half and half and Fireball™  Whiskey Flavored Seasoning in large shallow bowl.  Dip bread slices into egg mixture.
  2. Melt butter over medium heat in large nonstick skillet.  Cook bread slices 8 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, or until golden brown.
  3. Serve with fresh berries and confectioners’ sugar or maple syrup.

See full recipe here.

A stitch in time could earn you up to a $15 BINGO Bonus!

US members can earn up to 2,250 Points and Canadian members can earn up to a 750 Point Bonus with MyPoints BINGO!

Pre-registration starts at 8 am PT on Friday, January 17th and the Board starts at 8 am PT on Monday, January 20th . You can join the fun anytime before the submission deadline at 11:59 pm PT on Monday, January 27th but only activities completed after joining will mark off your squares.

This board’s activities include:

US Only

CA Only

January 2025 Rewarding Moment

Our first Rewarding Moment for 2025 comes from Mary Varner who joined MyPoints in July 2008 after stumbling across our program online.

Her favorite ways to earn are shopping online, surveys and BonusMail Points.

This is her story:

“MyPoints has been my source for Home Depot and Amazon gift cards!

Why is that important?

We live in a town that is hot & windy in the summer, & cold & snowy in winter.

I have a small house on a large lot. During the pandemic, stuck at home more often, I decided to upgrade our living experience & built a greenhouse!

But not just ‘any’ kind of greenhouse. It is made of cedar, has a drainage field under it (dry well), has power & water inside & out, including an automated watering system, a shower, &….. a sauna!

So, it’s a wind-free workspace, retreat, greenhouse, spa.

I got the sauna & all accessories for free from Amazon using gift cards. All of the lumber (except siding) was free with Home Depot gift cards.

It still needs a few finishing touches, but it’s mostly done! It’s been a labor of love for 2 years now. And I can thank MyPoints for making it possible!”

And we can thank YOU, Mary, for being a loyal MyPoints member for over 16 years now! In appreciation for sharing your story, we’ve added 3,950 Points to your account which you can use towards those finishing touches on your greenhouse/sauna/spa!

Got a Rewarding Moment made possible by MyPoints? Submit it via this form for a chance to be awarded 3,950 Points if selected!

Recipe of the Week: Banana Almond Protein Smoothie

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it often gets skipped for time and effort. This easy smoothie recipe can help you kick off your busy day with a boost of protein — plus you can earn up to 2,052 Points!

Ingredients

Directions

In a blender, add 1/2 cup coconut water, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 3 Tbsp. almond butter, 1 scoop whey protein powder, 1 Tbsp. hemp seeds, 1 frozen banana, and 1 cup ice.

Process until smooth.

The recipe serves 2.

See full recipe here.

Recipe of the Week: Breakfast Burrito

This recipe comes from the Heart Association and gives your most important meal of the day a big protein boost while still remaining heart-healthy. Plus you can earn up to 1,278 Points!

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • 1 1/3 cups liquid egg whites (earn up to 680 Points)
  • 1 15.5-ounce can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 6-inch whole-wheat tortillas (lowest sodium available)
  • 2 medium avocados, sliced (earn 3 Points)
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce or salsa (lowest sodium available) (optional) (earn up to 595 Points)

Directions

  1. Lightly spray a large skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat.
  2. Pour the egg whites into the skillet, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula to scramble. Cook until the eggs are almost set. Add the beans, stirring until combined and heated through.
  3. Microwave the tortillas on 100% power (high) for 45 seconds. (This makes them pliable and easier to roll.) Transfer to a work surface.
  4. Spread the egg mixture in the center of each tortilla.
  5. Top with the avocado and hot sauce.
  6. For each burrito, fold two sides of the tortilla toward the center. Starting from the unfolded side closest to you, roll the burrito toward the remaining unfolded side to enclose the filling. Transfer with the seam side down to plates. 

See full recipe here.

New Year, New BINGO Bonus!

Start 2025 out right with up to a $10 Bonus (1,500 Points) for US members and $5 (750 Points) for Canadian members!

Pre-registration starts at 8 am PT today, Friday, January 3rd and the BINGO Board starts at 8 am PT on Monday, January 6th.

You can join anytime before the submission deadline at 11:59 pm PT on Monday, January 13th but only activities completed AFTER you join will mark off your BINGO squares.

BINGO activities will include:

  • Clicking through the Board to visit a variety of Shop merchants
  • Visiting a specified merchant and activating the Score! banner
  • Voting in the Daily Poll
  • Redeeming Points for a gift card
  • Earning Points for completing 5 items (including Deal of the Day) on your To-Do List
  • Making a purchase via MyPoints Shop and earning at least 20 Points for CA or 25 Points for US (square will mark off as soon as Points pend which can take 24-72 hours. Also we recommend familiarizing yourself with individual retailer terms and conditions regarding eligible purchases: for example most Walmart and Amazon transactions are NOT eligible for Points.)

US only

CA only

You must submit your completed pattern by 11:59 pm PT on Monday, January 13th to claim your Bonus.