Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 

Combine the flour, baking powder, corn starch and salt in a small bowl.

In another large bowl, cream together the eggs and sugar. Beat about 7 minutes.

Add the dry ingredients slowly, finally adding vanilla and anise extracts.

Fold in the anise seeds and pine nuts.

Chill dough in refrigerator for about 10 minutes.

Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces.

On a lightly floured surface, roll each under your palms to make a log.

Place the logs on the baking sheet.  Slightly flatten with your fingers to about 3/4 inches thick.

Bake until golden brown and firm, about 22 minutes.

Remove and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Transfer each loaf to a large cutting board and with a serrated knife cut into 1/2 - 3/4 inch thick slices.

Spread the slices on the baking sheet and, using the broiler setting, slightly toast one side. Turn over and toast the other side.

Cool on a wire rack.