It is invaluable in the making of homemade sausages or for holding a forcemeat or mousse to a piece of meat prior to cooking. A good example would be faggots, where the meat is rolled into shape and then held in place with the fat. As the faggots cook, the caul gently melts into the meat whilst protecting the outside from scorching. Pâtés and terrines can also be lined with caul in the same way that slices of bacon or cabbage are used, though not essential it adds a nice finishing touch to a traditional country style pork terrine or pâté de campagne.