With the help of my hair dryer and a skinny screwdriver, I managed to pop the plastic off the bottom of my saucepan. The largest piece came off immediately, but I had to use a bit of “Body English” on the sides.
A bit of steel wool will clean off the bottom and we’re home free.
thisendoftheswamp 
You are nifty with handiwork items. I am all thumbs with things like these.
I honestly didn’t feel I had much choice. That is my favorite pot! Once I discovered the middle part was loose, it was a snap. I did have to use the blow dryer on the sides, though.
I can understand favorite pots syndrome. I too have fave pots and plates haha