How Can I Protect a Plastic Handled Pan in the Oven?

I have a good and seasoned frying pan (copper bottom), with a heavy plastic handle and I'd like to make fritatta in the oven! How can I protect the handle from the heat?
Thanks.

By araucano from FL

Answers: How Can I Protect a Plastic Handled Pan in the Oven?

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By 01/27/2011

I've taken a screwdriver and removed the handle. There is usually a metal screw just under the handle against the pan. Easy to replace again.

By 01/27/2011

We use the foil also. It works.

By 01/27/2011

Buy a different pan to use. Why ruin a good expensive pan you would be sick over.

By 01/27/2011

Sounds like you have a good pan. Most handles are good to go into the oven up to 400.
Just make sure you have a pan handle cover when you bring it out of the oven. Habit to grab the handle could be painful!

By 01/26/2011

Wrap the handle with several thicknesses of aluminum foil.

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